Harvard Football has surged to No. 25 in the most recent Stats Perform FCS Top 25 Poll, amassing 64 points after garnering votes in the opening two rankings, a testament to the program’s consistent competitiveness and growing national recognition.
The Crimson will open their fall season on September 19 when they travel to Durham, New Hampshire to face New Hampshire in a matchup that pits two programs slated to compete in the 2025 NCAA FCS Playoffs, underscoring the significance of the early‑season showdown.
A Program With a Proven Track Record
Last season the Crimson finished the year ranked No. 20 in the final poll, a standing that followed a peak No. 7 position earlier in the 2025 campaign, and they capped the year with a 9‑2 overall record, including a 6‑1 mark in Ivy League play that secured a third consecutive conference championship.
Kickoff is slated for 1 p.m. Eastern Time, and the game will be streamed live on FloCollege, giving fans nationwide access to the opening showdown and setting the tone for an ambitious campaign.